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Fort-Bliss
Eden Index
Climate
8.7
•
Recreation
2.8
•
Community
1.5
•
Safeguard
4.8/10
Fort Bliss is a United States Army post in El Paso, Texas. The climate in Fort Bliss is semi-arid with hot summers and mild winters. The main hydrology constituents are the Rio Grande River and the Hueco Bolson aquifer. Outdoor recreation opportunities include hiking, mountain biking, rock climbing, and camping in the nearby Franklin Mountains State Park. The park spans over 27,000 acres and offers trails for all levels of hikers, including the challenging Ron Coleman Trail. The park also has a rock climbing area and camping sites with stunning views of the city and mountains. There are also several golf courses and fishing opportunities on post and in the surrounding areas.
What is the Eden Index?
The Snoflo Eden Index serves as a comprehensive rating system for regions, evaluating their desirability through a holistic assessment of climate health, outdoor recreation opportunities, and natural disaster risk, acknowledging the profound impact of these factors on livability and well-being.
Climate Health Indicator (CHI): 8.7
Fort-Bliss receives approximately
232mm of rain per year,
with humidity levels near 50%
and air temperatures averaging around
18°C.
Fort-Bliss has a plant hardyness factor of
8, meaning
plants and agriculture in this region tend to thrive here all year round.
By considering the ideal temperature range, reliable water supplies, clean air, and stable seasonal rain or snowpacks, the Climate Health Indicator (CHI) underscores the significance of a healthy climate as the foundation for quality living.
A healthy climate is paramount for ensuring a high quality of life and livability in a region, fostering both physical well-being and environmental harmony. This can be characterized by ideal temperatures, reliable access to water supplies, clean air, and consistent seasonal rain or snowpacks.
Weather Forecast
Streamflow Conditions
Rio Grande-Fort Quitman
Area Rivers
Rio Grande-Fort Quitman
Snowpack Depths
Rio Grande-Fort Quitman
Reservoir Storage Capacity
Rio Grande-Fort Quitman
Groundwater Levels
Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI): 2.8
The Recreational Opportunity Index (ROI) recognizes the value of outdoor recreational options, such as parks, hiking trails, camping sites, and fishing spots, while acknowledging that climate plays a pivotal role in ensuring the comfort and consistency of these experiences.
Access to outdoor recreational opportunities, encompassing activities such as parks, hiking, camping, and fishing, is crucial for overall well-being, and the climate plays a pivotal role in enabling and enhancing these experiences, ensuring that individuals can engage in nature-based activities comfortably and consistently.
Camping Areas
| Campground | Campsites | Reservations | Toilets | Showers | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin Mt. State Park - Tom Mays Unit | 15 | 6,425 ft | |||
| Aguirre Springs | 57 | 5,576 ft | |||
| Volunteer Park Travel Military | None | 4,308 ft | |||
| Fort Bliss RV Military | None | 3,978 ft |
Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI):
The Catastrophe Safeguard Index (CSI) recognizes that natural disaster risk, encompassing floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, can drastically affect safety and the overall appeal of an area.
The level of natural disaster risk in a region significantly affects safety and the overall livability, with climate change amplifying these risks by potentially increasing the frequency and intensity of events like floods, fires, hurricanes, and tornadoes, thereby posing substantial challenges to community resilience and well-being.
Community Resilience Indicator (CRI): 1.5
The Community Resilience Indicator (CRI) recognizes that education, healthcare, and socioeconomics are crucial to the well-being of a region. The CRI acknowledges the profound impact of these elements on residents' overall quality of life. By evaluating educational resources, healthcare accessibility, and economic inclusivity, the index captures the essential aspects that contribute to a thriving community, fostering resident satisfaction, equity, and social cohesion.